Cape Town has launched an interactive Waste Recyclers’ Map that connects residents and businesses to certified private recycling service providers. The initiative promotes ecoconscious and sustainable waste management practices by simplifying the process of locating recycling facilities for a wide range of recyclable materials. The city’s commitment to advancing a circular economy through the Waste Recyclers’ Map serves as an example for other cities and nations to follow, highlighting the power of innovation, collaboration, and community involvement in promoting sustainable waste management practices.
The South African Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) has unveiled its initiatives and investments in the 2023/24 budget vote. With a focus on science, technology, and innovation, the department aims to overcome the country’s challenges and promote growth through various projects and programs. Keep reading to learn more about the DSI’s key initiatives.
The South African government has recently released draft amendments to the regulations and notices pertaining to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for public consultation. These amendments are meant to provide technical clarifications for the regulated industry and stakeholders and address electrical and electronic equipment products, the lighting sector, and paper, packaging, and some singleuse products. This article aims to give an overview of the key proposed changes and the consultation process.